1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. (302 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 weights approximately 379 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F355.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (441 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari F355 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F355 | E500 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 441 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1729 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |